The number one reason to invest in a home security system is to protect your family and assets, the simple fact of installing a security system deters crime.
Reason #1 - To Deter Potential Crime
You might think that a crazy-loud k-9 is a great way to keep burglars away - and you wouldn't be wrong - but studies show that investing in a home security system is a proven way to keep burglars at bay.
The bottom line: Burglars are on the lookout for "soft targets," so making your home more difficult to access is likely to deter a break-in.
Reason #2 - To Detect Smoke and Fire
So, it's pretty obvious that a home security system can protect your home against burglary, but did you know that many security systems are also built to protect your home from a fire?
Here's how: A home fire alarm system is usually part of a total security system providing burglary protection in addition to fire protection. Such a system supervises doors, windows, and spaces within the home for break-in and may provide monitoring services to report a fire or intrusion to a Monitoring Center, where it can then be reported to your local police or fire department.
Reason #3 - To get a Discount on your Home Insurance
On top of being a burglar-deterrent, installing a home security system could also help lower the premium on your home insurance - and by a pretty penny at that.
In fact, Some companies may cut your premiums by as much as 15 or 20 percent if you install a Monitored Burglar and Fire Security System.
Reason #4 - To Control Your Home Remotely
Have you ever called a neighbor to ask whether you left your kitchen window open? Now there's an app for that, in a manner of speaking.
Most home security systems can alert you - via text or e-mail - when there's activity in your home that you want to know about. For example, you can get alerts every time someone enters your home.
Reason #5 - To Help Law Enforcement Respond Faster to Emergencies
What's another good reason to invest in a home security system? How about this: It can actually help children or seniors get medical attention in the event of an emergency.
How so, you're probably wondering? Well, if someone with health problems is living alone, they could carry a wireless transmitter that triggers their home security system if they need assistance. Many home security systems can include two-way intercoms so that when the system is triggered, you and your family members can communicate directly with the operators in case you can't get to a phone.
And while this little detail may not sound like much, to someone with limited mobility, who many not be able to get to the phone very quickly, it could prove extremely helpful.
For this and more information contact Kelly Lynn Wicks at kellywicks@atlasalarms.com or visit us on Facebook and Twitter.
Reason #3 - To get a Discount on your Home Insurance
On top of being a burglar-deterrent, installing a home security system could also help lower the premium on your home insurance - and by a pretty penny at that.
In fact, Some companies may cut your premiums by as much as 15 or 20 percent if you install a Monitored Burglar and Fire Security System.
Reason #4 - To Control Your Home Remotely
Have you ever called a neighbor to ask whether you left your kitchen window open? Now there's an app for that, in a manner of speaking.
Most home security systems can alert you - via text or e-mail - when there's activity in your home that you want to know about. For example, you can get alerts every time someone enters your home.
Reason #5 - To Help Law Enforcement Respond Faster to Emergencies
What's another good reason to invest in a home security system? How about this: It can actually help children or seniors get medical attention in the event of an emergency.
How so, you're probably wondering? Well, if someone with health problems is living alone, they could carry a wireless transmitter that triggers their home security system if they need assistance. Many home security systems can include two-way intercoms so that when the system is triggered, you and your family members can communicate directly with the operators in case you can't get to a phone.
And while this little detail may not sound like much, to someone with limited mobility, who many not be able to get to the phone very quickly, it could prove extremely helpful.
For this and more information contact Kelly Lynn Wicks at kellywicks@atlasalarms.com or visit us on Facebook and Twitter.
